The Physiology Of New York Boarding Houses (1857)

The Physiology of New York Boarding Houses is a historical non-fiction book written by Thomas Butler Gunn in 1857. The book provides a detailed account of the living conditions and social norms prevalent in the boarding houses of New York City during the mid-19th century.Gunn, a journalist and observer of urban life, explores the physiology of the boarding houses, examining the physical and mental effects of living in such close quarters with strangers. He also delves into the social dynamics of the boarding houses, discussing the various personalities and behaviors of the residents, as well as the interactions between boarders and landlords.Throughout the book, Gunn draws on his own experiences living in New York boarding houses, as well as his observations of others. He also includes anecdotes and stories from other residents and visitors to the boarding houses.The Physiology of New York Boarding Houses provides a unique and insightful glimpse into the daily lives of mid-19th century New Yorkers, shedding light on the challenges and complexities of urban living during this time period.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.